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Remain with one Parampara

The discipline of Raja Yoga is the path of light. Raja Yoga is discipline from the first step to beyond death. The Vajranāḍī runs from the feet to the crown, grounding the body like a lightning rod. When the soul exits, it departs with immense speed, like a rising flame. Funeral rites do not reach it; the dark realm is below, and the light flies toward the sun. This is Prakāś, light merging into light. Practice one point of light. Remain in one paramparā, without wandering. Without a guide, the soul drifts among stars, loses all direction, and falls into darkness. The master tests devotion with impossible commands. A true disciple cannot hide any act from the divine witness. The pigeon story shows: one saw physical hiding, the other saw God’s all-seeing eye, and no eye can be tied. Old satsaṅgs gathered silently, under moon or stars, with a single tānpurā, no electricity. Bodhānandajī’s voice drew crowds yet disturbed no sleep. The master cares for camels carrying seekers, ensuring all are fed. Bhaktas are like peanuts, hidden underground. The master pulls them out directly to Brahma Loka. Discipline holds even in the astral body. When light is gone, people are frightened; but the soul must seek its own light. The gentle satsaṅg was joy without noise. "Atha Yoga Anuśāsanam. Yoga begins with the discipline." "When the soul is departing, this dark realm is down, and the light is going towards the sun." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Follow the Dharma

Rāja Yoga is the path of living with kingly consciousness, founded upon strict ethical conduct and the immutable law of karma. The first preparation is mastering the ten principles of yama and niyama. Ahiṃsā, or non-violence, is paramount. A story illustrates karma's precise mechanism: a priest was condemned for a crime he did not commit due to a minor act of cruelty in a past life. His devotional service had mostly cleansed the sin, and the astrological time for punishment had passed, so he was freed. This shows karma spares no one and follows across lifetimes. Śiva clarified he does not sanction wrongful resolves made in his temple; they are the individual's own imagination. Thus, a ruler is always accountable for the state of the realm, just as parents are for a child. After perfecting ethical conduct, one practices āsana and prāṇāyāma for health, then meditation for proper thought and energy, culminating in Rāja Samādhi. Karma is of two types: selfish action for necessary existence and selfless action. Human dharma means, above all, not to kill. Wealth is a means for caring for family and guests, not for greed. We carry our karma like a rucksack; it cannot be discarded. The worst karma is to harm others or speak negatively. The mind's stains from many lives are difficult to remove. We seek the nectar of immortality that burns away desires and bestows true dispassion. "Bāndhī muṭhī āyā, khulī haṭh jāyegā. You came into this world with a closed fist, bringing something, but you will leave with open palms, taking nothing." "Prakaṭ bhaye Gurudev, param upakārī... The supreme benefactor, Gurudev, appeared and cut this heavy net." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Social education

Rāja Yoga's foundation is perfect social education, beginning with non-violence. This education consists of spiritual, ethical, and moral principles. Without it, one harms others through harsh speech and loses friends. A socially educated person is kind and humble, offering a seat to an elderly traveler. This quality is lifelong for a yogi, not temporary politeness. All yogis must be without ego. Humility attracts respect and glory, while ego drives divine knowledge away. The greater one is, the humbler one should be. Wisdom increases humility and kindness. This is yoga in daily life. Non-violence is the highest principle and the first step in Yama and Niyama. One cannot proceed without mastering it. A dilemma arises when truth or falsehood both cause violence. Only a Raja Yogi's discrimination can resolve such a righteous dilemma. "Lagutā se prabhutā mile. The more humble you are, the more respect and glory you receive." "Ahiṃsā paramo dharma—non-violence is the highest principle."

Don't share your divine experiences with all

Rāja Yoga begins with trust and servitude. The Rāja must trust all and trust none. A politician taught his son the first lesson by telling him to jump from a height. The son broke his limbs. The lesson: trust no one, not even a father. That is politics. That is Rāja Yoga. Do not tell secrets until someone is completely known. Trust is not necessary. Disbelief in the master's words is failure to trust. Openness about spiritual experiences causes loss. A dog lost its bread by trying to seize a reflection. Your practices and divine experiences are hard-won. Do not display them. Wait; do not claim holiness. Avoid bad company to protect spirituality. Gain only through service, not authority. God does not grant siddhis to those who claim equality. A true disciple remains a servant. One serves the master by serving the servant. The disciple requests only eternal service, nothing more. Protection lies in surrender to Gurudeva. "First lesson: don't trust anyone, even your father. That is politics." "Please give me: if I am born again, wherever You are, always let me be in Your service." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Ahimsa is the highest principle

Rāja Yoga connects one to the kingly principle, which is governance without abuse. Nature provides for need, not greed. A true ruler possesses yogic knowledge. Harmony in marriage reflects this unity, where husband and wife share one opinion and support each other as one soul. A story illustrates this: a king, distraught after war, renounced his throne for ascetic practice in the Himalayas. His queen, through dedicated spiritual practice, gained the siddhi to travel in astral form. She found him and, manifesting as a guru, guided him back to his royal duties and their reunited life. This demonstrates that Rāja Yoga requires inner and outer discipline. The first principle is Yama, restraint from external temptations, and Niyama, inner control. Non-violence, Ahiṃsā, is essential but complex, as life inevitably involves harm. One must seek forgiveness through prayer, mantra, and humble devotion. Bhakti is paramount in this age. Purify action, speech, and thought. Do not create negative karma or harbor negativity toward parents or master. Devotion, not intellect, is the path. "Mother Nature is enough for our need, not for our greed." "If husband and wife have the same opinion, they have the kingdom in heaven." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Healthy nourishment

Nutrition must be understood from a holistic perspective beyond mere physical components. Four essential qualities define proper nourishment: the energetic and vitamin content, the individual quantity consumed, the food's inherent vitality, and the spiritual surroundings of the meal, such as prayer. The common view focuses only on vitamins and minerals, neglecting mental and psychic needs. The example of those living on prāṇa demonstrates that most energy does not come from food. The body can transform environmental energy directly. Therefore, one needs less food and more prāṇa. Individualization is key; eat only what the body signals it needs. This turns eating into a tool for self-knowledge. Mindful eating, concentrating solely on the food and its journey, allows the body to signal satiety accurately. Quality is vital; reduce animal products significantly for health and environmental reasons. Process foods properly, like soaking lentils, to enhance vitality and remove antinutrients. Rely on your body's perception to navigate modern food complexities, as it is the most reliable guide. "What prevents understanding of nutrition is the angle of perspective from which we look at food." "God gave us the nutrition and food only to observe ourselves, to get to know ourselves." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Humans must have discipline

Rāja Yoga is the yoga of discipline. Patañjali states: “Atha Yogānuśāsanam.” Anuśāsanam means discipline, and atha means now—begin at once. Nature grows disciplined; humans often act against human dharma. At Kedarnath, when disrespect and corruption spread, Śiva closed his eyes and Gaṅgā came as a flood. A rock stopped before the temple, shielding the Jyotirliṅga, while the waters destroyed all built with polluted intellect. Discipline controls anger, hate, and jealousy. Yama and Niyama are the ten essential rules to follow lifelong. Without them, yoga cannot succeed. God grants automatic prāṇāyāma and, in time, eternal samādhi. Rāja Yoga fosters self-confidence, self-awareness, and a bright intellect, so a Rājayogī is ever happy. The word is Brahman—short names like Rāma carry great power. Discipline applies to eating, cooking, cleaning, and all daily acts. A yoga teacher must know Rāja Yoga and study Patañjali’s sūtras. “Atha Yogānuśāsanam. Anuśāsanam means discipline. Atha means now—begin from the point where you have forgotten.” “Yama and Niyama are to be followed lifelong; if we do not follow them, then yoga will not be successful.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

You are the king

Yoga is a mighty tree of oneness. Jñāna Yoga is its branches, the beauty of non-dual knowledge. Rāja Yoga is the trunk, the strength and discipline of mastery. Bhakti Yoga is the humble devotion of the branches, offering shelter and service. Karma Yoga is the roots, the selfless action that supports and nourishes the whole. The tree is the organization, the body, the spiritual company. Its greatest danger is internal decay. When its own members—like wood becoming an axe handle—join with a destructive force, they provide the strength for its fall. A Rāja Yogī must be eternally alert, observing with inner and outer eyes to maintain the health of the entire system. The king is the inner Self, governing the kingdom of the body and mind through discipline. All yogas are one. "Jñāna Yoga is the beauty of the branches. Rāja Yoga is the strength of the trunk of the tree." "Unfortunately, my own people joined with the axe as a handle, and they gave the strength to cut my soul." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Women can bring peace

The four yogic paths are interdependent, each requiring the others for fulfillment. Karma Yoga needs the knowledge of Jñāna, the devotion of Bhakti, and the discipline of Rāja. Bhakti Yoga requires the action of Karma, the understanding of Jñāna, and the structure of Rāja. These paths are united like the elements in a body. True discipline, or Rāja Yoga, means following the Guru's word without deviation. In this age, many seek blessings without discipline, believing a mantra is sufficient. This is a mistake. To attain self-realization, one must obey the Master's instructions completely. A story illustrates this: a disciple ignored his guru's specific warning and, by claiming ownership of a thief's shoes, was condemned to hang. The guru's word is paramount; its value is often understood only in hindsight. Holy scriptures constitute this essential guidance. "Karma Yoga needs Bhakti Yoga. Karma Yoga needs Jñāna Yoga. And Karma Yoga also needs Rāja Yoga." "If you truly wish to achieve ātmā jñāna, self-realization, liberation, immortality, divinity, and saintliness, then you must follow what the Master says." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Relationships between brothers and sisters

Rakṣā Bandhan celebrates the sacred bond of brotherhood and sisterhood. This festival reminds us of our fundamental relationships. It is a call to revive the pure, unconditional connections that form society's foundation. The bond between brother and sister exemplifies a love deeper than mere emotion, rooted in protection and promise. True relationships are soul to soul, not based on status or intellect. Brotherhood fosters peace through kindness, respect, and forgiveness, not just words. Cultivating such bonds without condition is the essence of this observance. It is a step toward universal harmony. "Don’t always repeat love, love, love. Respect is love. Protection is love. Kindness is love." "The ancient festivals were not just any festivals; they were there for us to remember in our hearts what bonds, relationships, and what we have promised." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Anusthan, sadhana and upasana

Anuṣṭhāna is a disciplined practice leading to freedom. Initially, it can seem difficult, requiring one to sit and repeat mantra all day. Yet it is a great blessing, a form of heaven where everything is done for you, allowing you to simply be with yourself. The key is to love your practice; if it feels like suffering, progress is hindered. Enjoying the practice, as one enjoys learning an instrument, enables significant steps. This practice offers a vital detoxification from constant digital engagement and societal noise. It is a real holiday, a chance to be alone in nature and connect deeply within. This inner connection creates the opportunity to truly understand spiritual teachings. Sādhanā is the practice and the means utilized within it, encompassing all spiritual effort. "Try to be in Ekāntavāsa. Ekānta is a place where you are alone, with no disturbances." "Tan means expand, and tra means liberation. Expand thy consciousness until thou comest to liberation." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Learn the original Sanskrit names

Preserving the original Sanskrit terminology is essential for maintaining the integrity of yoga's wisdom. Translating or changing these names alters their meaning and leads to the loss of the tradition. Every āsana, kriyā, and technique must be known by its Sanskrit name. For instance, Paścimottānāsana describes the stretching of the back; a translated name loses this specific meaning. Similarly, prāṇāyāma consists of three components: pūrak (inhalation), rechak (exhalation), and kumbhak (retention). Specific techniques like Chandra Bhedan or Nāḍī Śodhana apply these components for particular effects, such as calming the mind by balancing the lunar energy channel. Understanding the precise definitions, benefits, and precautions for each term is the duty of a practitioner and teacher. This knowledge prevents confusion and ensures the correct application of yoga's profound science. "It sounds good if you learn Sanskrit words. Otherwise, when you change the name, the meaning changes completely." "Prāṇāyāma is only three things... Pūrak, Rechak, and Kumbhak." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Mana Saba Khoyo Re

The mind is lost in bad company. The mind loses everything through negative association, abandoning the Guru's shelter and creating obstacles in devotion. Worldly life is a dream-like illusion that distracts and creates forgetfulness. Desire is an unquenchable thirst, leading one endlessly like a mirage. True refuge is found in the Satguru and authentic satsang, which are rare. Do not be confused by sensory temptations or false dreams of guidance. Wake from spiritual sleep. Through satsang, the soul awakens and gains liberation. Do not turn away from the Guru's word, for that path leads to the loss of meditation, devotion, and all good deeds. "Je saṁsāra śvapnikī māyā dek bhul man mohe. This saṁsāra is an illusion of the dream." "Vise ras mṛg tṛṣṇā pānī. In this desire of thirst, your thirst will never be quenched." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Vishwaguruji's Birthday

The spiritual path requires surrender to the Guru and daily practice to receive and transmit divine light. Success comes only through the Guru's grace, not personal effort. Disciples share experiences of being called to serve, such as teaching yoga in new countries, which initially provokes fear. By following the Guru's instruction, fear dissolves and the work unfolds with support. The aim is spiritual development through consistent sādhanā, leading to self-realization and the future establishment of a golden age. The Guru's love and wisdom provide the only necessary guidance and shelter on the narrow path. "Without Gurudev, whatever we do, there is no success. The success comes from Gurudev." "If you have an honest wish, then you can always pray to Gurudev, and this thing is becoming a reality." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Learn the language of yoga

Good morning. Hari Om. Today is the birthday anniversary of our Master. A symbolic flower garland and shawl are offered. Dakṣiṇā comes from all disciples. Prince Alfred reminded not to ask what the Master can do for us, but what we can do for the Master. We should truly open our hearts and give the love the Master needs and deserves. Kṛṣṇānand said we cannot give anything, because whatever we give is only returning what we have already received. The birthday is a date of hope, love, and possibility. We pass on the love and spread the knowledge. The children thanked for protecting birds, butterflies, bees, and cows. They thanked for the talāb, the school, the fire brigade, and protecting earth. Language, especially Sanskrit, carries scientific effect and knowledge. Learning Sanskrit brings clarity in spirituality and yoga. The Government supports distance learning. Embassies offer yoga teacher courses. Yoga for Body and Beyond is the slogan; yoga is a path to non-violence and peace. Through meditation and relaxation, yoga gives immense energy and intuition. Heart connects to heart beyond differences, bringing peace in this yuga. Blessings in the name of Alakhpurījī and the Siddha Pīṭha Paramparā. “Don’t ask what the Svāmī can do for you; ask what you can do for the Svāmī. The least we can do is to truly open our hearts and give him the love he needs and deserves.” “We cannot give anything, because whatever we give is only returning what we have already received from him. Svāmījī’s birthday is a date of hope, love, and possibility.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The best medicine for a human is a human

Inner social education is about respect, awareness, and karma yoga. Respect originates within, through physical and mental discipline. One must keep dress and hair clean to be pleasant for others. To respect is to earn respect. Inner engineering means aligning actions with one’s mission without harming others. Before any action, consider its form, potential fruits, and let discernment guide. The process involves intellect, ambition, soul, awareness, mind, emotion, and senses. Awareness must be alert, not merely knowing but being conscious. The mind urges but lacks responsibility; emotion is transient. Every action, including mental, creates karma and returns. The four instruments of action are body, mind, speech, and social power or wealth. Through these, consequences inescapably follow. A yoga teacher with inner clarity can uplift the depressed through kind words and understanding. The world is illusory and fleeting; remember kindness while relationships last. Keeping one’s word is vital; breaking promises leads to wandering. Karma yoga involves selfless action without expectation of gratitude. True yoga succeeds through skillful, selfless work. "Whatever I do, if it hurts someone, then it’s not good." "The best medicine for the human is the human, to understand others." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Prakrti - The mother nature

A remedy for joint health and the duty of a teacher to connect with nature. A yearly treatment for joints involves a specific food preparation. Combine roasted fenugreek and whole wheat flour with ghee, almonds, jaggery, and spices to form laddūs. Consume one each morning for about a month during the cold season, avoiding other oils and specific foods like tomatoes, yogurt, and sour fruits. This regimen strengthens knees, back, and joints, and is beneficial post-childbirth. Nature provides incomparable peace and is essential for practice. A teacher must guide students into natural settings for silent retreats, fostering harmony and equal vision. Avoid gossip and personal complaints; create an atmosphere where all feel respected and leave happy. Like a tree, offer shelter and sustenance without retaliation, serving selflessly. "Eat one laddū every morning... do not consume any other kind of oil." "Oh my mind, be like a tree... I endure their nastiness. I give them my fruit instead of a stone." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Knowledge is given to give further

True knowledge must be shared, or it is lost. There is only one knowledge with many branches. The best knowledge supports God's original creation, not manipulations that damage the planet. Man-made techniques create dependency, unlike God's perfect gifts given freely. Scriptures preserve knowledge, though some texts, like the Bhagavad Gītā, resist manipulation. The original knowledge is transmitted verbally from master to disciple; if unused, it is forgotten. True dharma is the eternal principle, sanātana dharma, which is harmony with nature. This knowledge is Ātmā Jñāna, knowledge of the Self. It requires slow practice and discipline, not quick attainment. One must give good knowledge further; this is a pious act. Do not spread what you do not truly know. The disciple is nourished by the master's word as by milk. Retain and share correct knowledge patiently. "Knowledge is meant to be shared. If you do not give it, it will be lost." "True dharma is sanātana dharma, the eternal principle... live in harmony with nature. If you go against nature, nature will go against you." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The Principles and Practice of Yoga in Daily Life

The principle of yoga is to achieve harmony of body, mind, and soul through systematic practice in daily life. This is not a temporary emotional state but a disciplined path from basic to advanced understanding. Perfection comes only through relentless practice, as illustrated by ancient stories and the potter molding clay. The physical system balances the elemental forces within the body—earth, water, fire, air, and space—through gentle, precise exercises. Scientific research validates the effectiveness of this method, particularly in postures like Bhujaṅgāsana when performed with correct timing. The approach is simple yet profoundly effective, emphasizing that diligent practice, not force, trains and strengthens the body and mind. "Abhyāsa, Abhyāsa, O Kuntī Putra, Abhyāsa, Abhyāsa. Practice, practice, O son of Kuntī, practice, practice." "Simple is more effective, especially for old people." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

How we pollute our energy

The system of Yoga in Daily Life is a science of body, mind, and soul for holistic health. It spans all life stages and conditions. Teaching yoga requires awareness that students entrust their whole being. Instructions shape their consciousness and direction. Consciousness is a light containing awareness. The mind is temporary, functioning through resolution and dissolution. The body, made of five elements, holds the soul like a jewel in a basket. Impurities from diet, conduct, and vibrations veil the inner self. Without health, nothing exists; yoga balances body, mind, and concentration. Prana, water, and elements sustain life. Negative influences fill the basket with garbage, obscuring the soul. One must not run from problems. The light of the Master's wisdom is necessary. Book learning alone creates confusion. Two and a half alphabets of love bring true wisdom. Clear consciousness and renunciation lead to the kingdom of the Lord. Peace and bliss are the result of satsaṅg. "Without Gurudeva, we cannot be successful. We can do thousands of things, but you cannot cross the ocean of ignorance." "While reading such books, you have lost ages and ages. None of them became a wise one. If you read two and a half alphabets of love, that one will become the great wise one." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The beauty of the Himalayas

The Himalayas hold the sacred kingdom of Śrī Ālagpurījī, a place of divine energy described in scripture. Traveling there is challenging, with paths often blocked and basic comforts absent. The high altitude brings purity and a different prāṇa. Specific sites like Gaṅgotrī, the source of the Gaṅgā, and mountains named for deities like Nīlakaṇṭha are profoundly holy. Local legends speak of celestial beings in places like Kubera's mountain. A journey requires permission, respect for the fragile environment, and acceptance of harsh conditions. The experience is transformative, connecting one to ancient spiritual seeds within the landscape. "Whoever enters that Svarga Loka automatically becomes young again; you look like twenty-five." "To go there is not so easy... It is just rocks, and there is Ālagpurījī’s gufā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Yoga practice with children

Today is the last day of the international seminar, a time to review. The morning practice starts with three Oms and the surrender mantra. Even the youngest learned to love the sun, friends, and animals. Yoga exercises in daily life build perfect immunity. Immunity means health, resilience, and the ability to enjoy life better. These special asanas strengthen immunity so illness from others cannot take hold. Practice includes Mārjārī. The last asana is Vṛkṣa āsana, position on the head, an inverted posture. Daily practice at home advances step by step until the next meeting. The practice finishes with short meditation. Sit in meditation posture, chant three Oms. Be aware of the body and recall games of finding friends, collecting leaves, and ants working together. Yoga is about making a happy, big yoga family. Keep these experiences and share them with friends at home. All meetings with Viśvagurujī are a living reality. The lecture begins soon. “Immunity means we will be healthy, and if someone is sick, they will not harm us. In short, we will be resilient and enjoy life much better.” “Yoga is not just about how to move the body or how to breathe correctly, but about how to make a happy, big yoga family.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

What is a kriya?

The essence of kriyā and Haṭha Yoga is explained. Kriyā means any action or happening. Inhalation, exhalation, digestion, rain, and decomposition are all kriyā. Movement is either creative or destructive kriyā. In Haṭha Yoga, specific yogic practices are called ṣaṭ karma, the six cleansing actions. Haṭha Yoga is defined as the balance and union of the two primary energies, often symbolized as sun and moon or the right and left channels. This harmonization allows prāṇa to enter the central channel and ascend. The ultimate direction of one's awareness at the time of passing is determined by one's karma. Final surrender to the divine is inevitable, as all are connected like puppets on a string. Haṭha Yoga cleanses physical and subtle blockages, leading to fearlessness and happiness. Practices like nauli stoke the digestive fire for health. "Kriyā means to do anything. Anything that is happening is a kriyā." "Haṭha Yoga is the balance, the harmonizing, the meeting together of these two nāḍīs." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sutra Dhauti

Haṭha Yoga techniques purify the body and strengthen the digestive fire. Netī uses water or purified cow urine for nasal cleansing. Dhauti cleanses the alimentary canal; Sūtra Dhauti involves swallowing a cloth, while Jala Dhauti, or Kuṇḍjalakriyā, involves drinking and expelling salty water. These practices remove impurities and prevent bad breath and digestive issues. They should be performed on an empty stomach. Agni, the elemental fire, exists within the body as digestive power and in various external forms. Through Agni Sāra and Nauli Kriyās, this internal fire is stoked to burn away impurities, promoting health and preventing disease. Mastering these techniques is essential. "Through Agni Sāra Kriyā and Nauli Kriyā, these two can burn everything in the body." "If you master Haṭha Yoga Kriyās, you have mastered everything." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Adi Shankaracharya and Advaita Vada

Yoga purifies prāṇa and leads to meditation, which opens the door to higher consciousness. Modern science gradually accepts ancient wisdom, such as the existence of the astral body containing memories after death. The day will come when daily yoga and reading holy books about love and non-violence become essential for survival. All spiritual paths lead to the supreme, with yoga being the best and easiest way, beyond mere physical exercise. The human body, gifted by chance, is precious due to its intellect. Ādi Śaṅkarācārya taught Advaita, or non-duality. Duality, like rooms separated by walls, is an illusion created by ignorance, impurity, and ego. In reality, there is only one Brahman; all individual souls emanate from and are one with this wholeness. Śaṅkarācārya demonstrated this by winning philosophical debates, ultimately being declared Jagat Guru after mastering all knowledge, even through extraordinary means. He established the path of sannyāsa, realizing the ātmā as the only reality beyond the body. "Meditation is a path to that door of higher consciousness, but that path should be enlightened." "Ātmā is one. Therefore, no dualities."

Neti and Kapalabhati

Master the six techniques of Haṭha Yoga, beginning with Netī. Netī cleans the nostrils. Jala Netī uses lukewarm salt water. After it, practice Kapālabhāti Prāṇāyāma to expel water from the sinuses and oxygenate the brain. Perform this only from the stomach. Practice Netī and Kapālabhāti in the morning, never before sleep. Wait two hours after Jalanetī before resting. This practice cures sinus problems and allergies. Apply a little oil in the nostrils afterward. These techniques build immunity, which is damaged by chemicals and modern life. Greenery and nature provide essential Prāṇa. Be like a tree, which endures all conditions and gives selflessly. The lake, tree, saint, and rain are holy for their unconditional giving. Sūtra Netī uses a beeswax-coated cotton thread. Clean it daily. Do not share your Sūtra Netī. This practice ensures good breathing and health. Netī also means an ethical principle of cleanliness. "O my mind, be like a tree." "Sarvar, Tarvar, Santajan, Cothā—the four things are holy."

Yoga unites space and consciousness

Sanātana Dharma is the eternal dharma, without beginning or end, manifest in nature, seasons, and bodily functions. Sanātana Dharma is not man-made but the eternal order. Yoga means union of individual ātmā and Paramātmā, overcoming ignorance. Knowledge unites while ignorance divides. Love binds all; Krishna was tied by a rope of love when iron chains and cloth failed. Devotion from the heart validates the mind’s decisions. Hatha Yoga is the union of Ha and Tha nāḍīs in Suṣumnā, leading consciousness to Sahasrāra. Hatha also means willpower, seen in child, woman, king, and yogi. Six kriyās purify the body: neti, dhauti, basti, nauli, trāṭaka, and kapālabhāti. Practice only under an expert teacher. Śaṅkhaprakṣālana and sūtradhauti require practical demonstration. A teacher must know theory, practice, and answer on all yogic paths. Health and self-realization arise from purity, Guru bhakti, and mantra. Without willpower, suffering persists. Cleanliness frees from disease. The teacher demonstrates techniques firsthand. "Yoga unites. Ignorance divides." "In the entire universe, there is no power that can tie me, but there is one power that I cannot break: love." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Successor of the Guru Gadi

The discourse examines the nature of spiritual adherence through the lens of mantra, lineage, and the distinction between self-will and guidance. Prāṇa is the vital force that unites the elements, and mantra is its sacred instrument. True adherence is defined not by labels but by faithful practice within a living tradition. Many religions establish fixed borders and absolute authorities, which can lead to fragmentation and conflict when interpretations diverge. In contrast, the Sanātana Dharma represents a continuous, unbroken lineage where the guru's presence is eternal, and the paramparā is a living vessel. A disciple must remain faithful to this vessel; to abandon it for self-will is to become spiritually lost, destined to exhaust oneself and seek return. The body itself is a testament to this divine order, with each organ performing a unique, irreplaceable function governed by prāṇa. "Are you Manmukhī or Gurumukhī? Manmukhī means you have no mantra, no initiation." "In Sanātana, the guru has not died. He is still living. Changing the body, but successors are coming, so there is prāṇa between."

The meaning of Bhajan

Bhajan, mantra, and prāṇa are linked as nourishment for spiritual life. Holī Gurujī’s bhajans teach how to gain prāṇa. Language can carry wisdom or negativity. Poetry often holds profound questions and answers. Bhajan means repetition, prayer, meditation—all devotion to God. Mantra is a seed containing the essence of reality. This essence leads to Sabīja or Nirbīja Samādhi. Prāṇa connects all beings like a single thread. Positive words give life; harsh words destroy. The sung bhajan’s refrain is a mantra of five divine names: Oṁ, Brahma, Śiva, Alakha, Anādi—sound-form, formless, highest, imperceptible, eternal. The hymn describes the Guru Paramparā’s eternal seat. First verse honors Devpurījī as Lord of Kailāśa. Second verse tells of Mahāprabhujī granting God-knowledge. Holī Gurujī portrays himself humbly as a channel. Two verses follow for Swāmījī, an incarnation of Śiva spreading light worldwide. Devotees’ light merges into the divine, and the final verse is sung joyfully. "Mantra is that seed, and in the seed is the essence, and that essence is the reality." "Alakha means you cannot perceive it, and therefore you cannot describe it at all." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

How the food and relationships affect our being

Prāṇa is the vital energy and consciousness that sustains all life. Its quality is directly influenced by the nourishment we consume, which extends beyond the physical. The origin of our food carries an energetic imprint. Consuming food obtained through exploitation, such as from child labor, introduces negative astral prāṇa that affects our thoughts and well-being. Our mental tendencies are shaped by what we ingest, with whom we associate, and what we touch. Positive interactions and pure sustenance cultivate healthy prāṇa, while negative sources pollute our energy. Maintaining purity is essential for spiritual progress, as we easily absorb influences from our environment. We must be mindful of these sources to preserve our energy. "For every grain of food, there is a written name of who will eat it." "Your energy—what you have, with whom you are mostly together, what kind of energy goes into your body by touch, by feelings, many things." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

40 years of the Divine Light in Vienna

Today marks forty years of the divine light burning in the Vienna Mother Center. This eternal light has spread across the globe, drawing bhaktas for seva. The Alakhpurījī Siddha Pīṭha Paramparā in Vienna is home to the Śrī Svāmī Mādhavānandajī World Peace Council, an UN NGO supported by Austria. Two other NGOs, from Australia and United America, also hold UN status. The mother seat is in India—Alakhpurījī—with ashrams in Kailāsh, Devpurījī, Khattu, Jadan, and Delhi. Jadan Ashram is free of pollution. In Pālī district, a thousand trees were donated and planted as Shanti Park. The divine light in Vienna has burned continuously for forty years, becoming a mini-yuga after twelve. Darśan of this light brings wish fulfillment and spirituality. The light is Gurudeva’s light, awakening light from light. It was transferred to Gurujī’s āśram. Holī Gurujī visited Vienna three times. Since coming to Europe, thousands received mantra blessings. The spiritual seed has grown into a vast tree covering the world. The path requires saṅkalpa—perseverance physically, mentally, socially, spiritually, financially. Compassion towards all creatures is essential; no being’s pain is acceptable. Vegetarianism stands at the door of Brahmaloka; protection comes from protecting others. “It is the light of Gurudeva: ‘Jyot se jyot jagā denā’—light is awakened from light.” “If love awakens in the heart towards every creature, then the light of God shines in the heart.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

The importance of mothers having a good diet

Prāṇa depends on diet, harmony, and environment. Balance prāṇa first through a Sattvic, vegetarian diet that nourishes blood, nerves, and bones. The foundation of health begins with the mother's diet before and after childbirth, supporting the child's development and her own recovery. Family harmony and respect are crucial; a supportive atmosphere allows prāṇa to flourish. Fear and anxiety destroy prāṇa, while healthy thinking preserves it. Immunity comes from natural food, not artificial supplements. Joint health relies on proper oils and fats from diet. Ultimately, prāṇa shapes physical, mental, and emotional well-being. "Fear kills our healthy prāṇa. So as soon as the fear appears, you lose your energy, your power." "The prāṇa is in natural food, but we have none of this." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Our world is surviving thanks to Holy Saints

The sacred Himalayan realm of Alak Purījī is a living spiritual lineage. The great poet Kālidāsa described this vast kingdom. It is the source of the Alaknandā River, which merges with the Bhagirathi at Dev Prayāg to form the complete Gaṅgā. This is the abode of siddhas and ṛṣis who have purified their bodies beyond physical limitations. They protect the world from remote locations. The path to Svarga Rohiṇī in this realm is inaccessible to the impure. Devpurījī received blessings from Alak Purījī and transmitted this knowledge to Mahāprabhujī, establishing the lineage. This connection is the Siddha Pīṭh, the holy seat. Direct pilgrimage is fraught with physical and political dangers, but the spiritual connection is paramount. The divine essence of the place is beyond description. "Alakpuri was a great siddha, and still he is living." "The world is still surviving because of those holy saints." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Preparation for advanced postures

Preparing the body and mind is essential for Kriyānuṣṭhāna. Discipline is required, not all must perform advanced postures like a handstand. A foundational requirement is the ability to sit motionless for a minimum of one hour, cultivating kāya-sthairyam for a steady mind. Physical preparation over a year is needed, focusing on postures like the half and full butterfly to increase flexibility in the hamstrings and hips. Practice must be done correctly, prioritizing the quality of movement over quantity. The goal is to coordinate body and breath, leading to awareness and inner experience. Yoga integrates body, breath, and mind for peace and harmony. "Now yoga begins with anuśāsanam, which means discipline. No discipline, no success." "Our mind is like water in our body. When you move your body, your mind also moves." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Guru is here for the whole world

The Guru principle is the universal light of knowledge within, not a physical form or cultural possession. All beings have a guide. The true self is the immortal Ātmā, a spotless diamond within the perishable body. Realization of this oneness is the aim of human life. This supreme Brahman is pure bliss and consciousness, beyond all duality and change. Social harmony, like that between brothers and sisters, reflects this spiritual unity. Negative thinking creates bondage, while seeing the one essence in all leads to liberation. The path requires discipline and the Guru's guidance to awaken the dormant truth within. "Not the body, or one born in Europe, or in China, or Japan, or Mexico, or Africa, or India, or anywhere. Do you know what is the value inside? Ātmā." "Your ātmā and my ātmā are one. There is no duality."

Yoga, the inner engineering

The inner mechanism requires understanding nourishment and energy for self-knowledge. Life's symbols contain wisdom. The five bodies constitute our being, from the physical to the causal. Energy is singular but functions diversely, present in food, water, air, and earth. The body possesses an automatic balancing mechanism. Most consume food excessively, confusing the body's energy and causing disease. Eating should be for living, not living for eating. Consuming incompatible items like ice cream after a meal damages the digestive fire. Daily habits disrupt inner functions, glands, and digestion. The energy gained directly from nature—touching the earth, a tree, or sunlight—is immense and pure. Confused energy from unnatural eating alters the mind, feelings, and life. Changing one's entire living system is essential for health and spiritual knowledge. Research your nourishment and eat according to your local environment and season. The inner mechanism must be corrected through yoga, prāṇāyāma, and conscious living. "We are not eating for living, but we are living for eating." "The energy which we gain from nature—from the earth, where you touch the earth with your naked foot... you can’t imagine how much energy comes into our body." Filming locations: Strilky, Czech Republic.

Our source is Alakhpuriji

Mastery requires disciplined training, perfection, and practice before one can teach. Everything, from engineering to medicine, follows this sequence. In yoga, mere physical postures are insufficient; one must master the inner world—desires, likes, and dislikes—across the five kośas: the bodies of nourishment, energy, mind, knowledge, and bliss. This inner engineering demands a guide. Without a master, perfection is impossible, as the ten senses—like wild horses—require the mind and intellect to control them. True yoga leads to self-realization through dedicated practice and lineage guidance, not commercial pursuit. Advanced practice may involve secluded, arduous journeys to sacred places like the Himalayas, where natural barriers and specific herbs aid deep meditation. Ultimately, all sincere paths converge. "After training comes perfection. After perfection, you practice. Then you can teach others." "Koti upāya kare koī chāhe—you can try thousands of techniques. Na bhavasindhu tere—but you cannot cross that ocean by the strength of your arms." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Kriya for opening to knowledge

The Kriyā of Sweet Speech engages the three sound centers—Parā, Paśyantī, Vaikharī—to cultivate honey-like words. Form a mudrā resembling abhiṣeka on the śivaliṅga, fingers held straight. Concentration on this mudrā brings calmness and an energy flow through the body. Place two fingers on the indicated cakra where nectar spreads into the body. Chant Om, Jīvāmi Madhumātmā, feeling that cakra. The phrase Jivhā me madhumattamā means the tongue should hold honey, so all speech emerges humble, kind, and sweet. Remain with fingers on that cakra, sitting straight. This practice connects to social education taught by mother and father and the seed of Sarasvatī. On the Kaṇṭha Kamala, the throat lotus, divine and kind words are produced. Parā is the pressure center, seed of sound; Paśyantī is on the vocal cord where sound becomes manifest; Vaikharī is on the tongue tip formulating sound. These three centers make a fine person of good speech. Bring the resonance to these centers with hands placed on the lap, one over the other. Uḍḍīyāna Prāṇa flows upside down, forming a circle, supported by a Śiva Mudrā containing three Nāgas. Touch the Paśyantī center with thumbs and middle fingers while chanting Ham So or Om Haṁ So. This kriyā removes anxiety, solves sleeping problems, brings calmness, and opens knowledge, Sarasvatī. Repeat the mantra with mālā, keep the body motionless, upright, and feel relaxation. Fold hands towards the chest, chant asato mā, then place the forehead to the ground, enhancing blood circulation to the head and energizing the five jñānendriyas. "Jivhā me madhumattamā—it means that on my tongue there should be honey—that whatever we speak, the sound from our tongue should always emerge as humble, kind, and sweet words." "Parā, Paśyantī, and Vaikharī are the three levels of the seat of sound." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Mastering the subtle energies

Yoga is a practical path, not a theory. Survival in this age requires practice, not just philosophy. The current era is governed by material illusion, where excessive pursuit of wealth distracts from true purpose. True richness is devotion, which accompanies the soul eternally. Modern yoga often becomes mere physical exercise, missing its core aim of unifying the individual soul with the divine. Practice must be a systematic science, beginning with the body and advancing like an engineering discipline. Mastery then extends to emotions and thoughts through detachment and renunciation. This inner engineering leads to harmony and ultimate self-knowledge. "The richest one is that one who has nothing but has bhakti—guru bhakti, devotion towards God." "Yoga in daily life is a science of body, mind, and consciousness. Harmony of the body, mind, and soul to come finally to the highest destination." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Naham Karata for Yoga teachers

Practice and devotion alone bridge intellect to realization. Mere thinking misleads. Without awareness, error casts one back into the cycle of 8.4 million births. Intellect must surrender to bhakti. Vairāgya and discipline strengthen the path. The mind is fickle, never a reliable guide. Faith requires control through viveka. A teacher first instructs oneself, then others. The teacher stays alert, observes all, and transmits authentic knowledge. The mantra serves only with discrimination. Awareness makes one Brahmā, seeing in four directions. Satsaṅgsa colors the soul. The body, woven from five elements over nine months, gains pure color from the master. Fools stain it daily with anger, jealousy, ego. Surrender all mistakes to the divine. The holy land births incarnations. Teachers unite, never split, and advance toward ātmā jñāna. “There is no one, there is no one. Because all is me. All beings are with me, all of this is my ātmā, so I need not fall again into duality.” “Please do not notice our mistakes. Whatever and however we are, we are Yours, and please liberate us.”

Mahashivaratri

Mahāśivarātri is the cosmic night of Śiva and the resonance of OM. The sound OM pervades the universe. Chanting OM calls Śiva. Worship follows protocol: first Gaṇeśa, remover of obstacles. Then Śiva is invited with Oṁ Namaḥ Śivāya. Śiva has no mother or father. Space and consciousness are of unknown origin. Energy holds them together. This energy is yoga, union. Its movement is resonance, Nāda, the sound OM. Through resonance, consciousness illuminates. Creation begins from this illumination. The dark night of Śivarātri turns into light through Nāda. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra removes suffering. Meditation on inner space connects one to Śiva. Offerings are poured on the liṅga, the universe's form. This night fosters awakeness, transforming darkness into light. "Eko’haṁ bahu syāmī — I am one, and I will multiply." "The light within you is the Śivarātri." Filming location: Prague, Czech Republic

Mantra

The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya Mantra is paramount for purification and health. Prepare Caraṇāmṛta for abhiṣeka with water, milk, yogurt, butter, and honey. Chanting this mantra vibrates the body and dispels illness and dark energy. It removes tamas and rajas guṇas, the impurities of laziness and agitation, allowing sattva guṇa—health and clarity—to appear. Tamas arises from laziness and unhealthy food, leading to inaction and mental dullness. Rajas creates inner aggression and conflict. Cultivate sattva through Alpāhāra, eating little and light, and Alpanidrā, sleeping little. Overcome these guṇas by turning awareness inward. Chanting mantras supplies high-quality nourishment to the brain, fostering peace and youthfulness. Peace and happiness are inherent states, requiring only awareness. The mantra's power is illustrated by Śiva, who drank poison and purified it, and by the devotee Mīrābāī, who was unharmed by poison through faith. "Oṁ Tryambakaṃ Yajāmahe Sugandhiṃ Puṣṭivardhanam, Urvārukamiva Bandhanān Mṛtyormukṣīya Mā’mṛtāt." "Alpāhāra, Alpanidrā, and Alpavāk—speak less, but speak words that make everyone say, 'Wow, yes.'"

Recharging the spiritual energy

You are in the aura of Śiva consciousness, a divine vibration filling your thoughts and body, making you Śivamaya. Many worldly problems vanish here in this experience of the Self, ānanda-svarūpa. Avoid the company of those entangled in temporary, conflicted worldly pursuits; this is kusanga. Their polluted minds will affect you. Associate only with truly spiritual beings; be light so darkness cannot approach. Self-knowledge is essential. Do not mistake this temporary state for permanent attainment; old conflicts may return upon leaving. A wise person does not ask questions from ignorance but knows the answer. The story illustrates seeking a worthy match: an educated princess tests suitors until finding a simple shepherd who reveals profound wisdom. Their union, after a test involving a cat and a mouse, leads to his spiritual awakening as the great poet Kālidāsa. Ujjain is a sacred city where liberation is possible. "Be light. Be the light, so the darkness will not come near." "A wise one will never put a question, because the wise is wise." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

We are all born from Shiva

Śiva is the supreme reality, encompassing truth, auspiciousness, and beauty. He is Mahādev, the God of Gods, beyond human titles like "Lord." Śiva is unborn and endless, the source from which all creation multiplies. He embodies perfect balance and innocent simplicity, known as Bholenāth. Śiva brought forth the science of yoga, which is union and happiness beyond duality. The entire universe is His manifestation; the oceans are likened to His breath. He is the principle of the guru, the creator and dissolver, maintaining all existence. Worship of Śiva, through simple abhiṣeka and mantras, offers protection and peace. "Śiva means the whole universe: Satyam, Śivam, Sundaram." "I am one, and now I will multiply." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Abhishek is worship of the entire Universe

The Śiva Liṅga represents the formless, entire universe, which is pure consciousness and energy. It has no birth, death, father, or mother. Performing abhiṣeka is worshipping the whole universe, as everything comes from Śiva, who is the God of the gods. The Mahāmṛtyuñjaya mantra is a Vedic prayer to Śiva for liberation from death. It seeks a liberation like a ripe fruit separating naturally from its plant, without pain or attachment. Everyone must die, but the goal is to die in such a way that one is liberated and does not die again. This liberation comes through sādhanā, mantra, and devotion. Philosophical argument or belief does not help; there is a final truth. In this age, ritual like abhiṣeka is essential. The water used represents life and the body. All of God's creation, like the human body or honey, is a unique miracle to be respected, not destroyed. Spirituality awakens a universal love for all creatures. The essence is to live in harmony with the entire universe. Every action and mantra contains the divine. "Everyone dies, and you will also die, but you should die in such a way that you will not die anymore." "Brahman is the truth, and this whole world is mortal; this is not true." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Sanatan Dharma is not a man-made religion

The mind is the source of all conflict and duality. Human-made religions, or sects, create dispute through personal liking and disliking. Sanātana Dharma is the eternal, universal principle, not a designed religion. It is the sustaining reality observable in nature, like a seed's growth. All phenomena, including life's origins and cycles, are expressions of this eternal process. The one divine reality, Brahman, is singular, but humans create personal gods and fight over them. Yoga is the workshop for repairing human imbalance, moving beyond fixed ideas and cultural conditioning toward that reality. Individual karma persists until duality dissolves into oneness. "All that is happening, pleasant and unpleasant, is according to the human mind. The mind is the problem." "Sanātana Dharma is that eternal light, eternal peace, eternal consciousness, eternal existence." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Gurumantra is the prana in the body

The Kingdom of the Yogīs is Guru Mantra and the divine design. Meditation without mantra is a body without soul. Oṁ is the king of mantras, and Guru Mantra is the apex. The body of seventy-two thousand nāḍīs mirrors the universe. Every organ, nerve, and function has its own meaning. The highest tattva is Guru Tattva. Guru is Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Maheśvara Śiva. The foundation of meditation is the Guru's form. Worship is rooted in the Guru's feet. The essence of mantra is the Guru's instruction. Liberation comes through the Guru's grace. The mantra is a seed to be planted in the heart of love. Following the Guru's words leads to success. Devotion to the Guru is paramount. Contentment with one's own body and life is essential. The holy feet of saints are worshipped because God honored them. "Meditation without mantra is a body without soul." "Dhyānamūlaṁ Guru Mūrti, Pūjāmūlaṁ Guru Padam, Mantramūlaṁ Guru Vākyaṁ, Mokṣamūlaṁ Guru Kṛpā." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Christmas is the festival of Unity

Christmas reveals the incarnation of love, light, and oneness. Rarely is its true spirit known. Most celebrate without this knowledge, leading to conflict in God's name. True worship respects all religions and incarnations equally, seeing God in everyone. The Hindu tradition exemplifies this by honoring all paths. When we know Jesus as the embodiment of mercy, we cease causing suffering. God is one positive energy known by many names. Our duty is to adore this universal presence. Festivals exist to cultivate love, kindness, and shared understanding, uniting families and communities. Human fear is profound and diminishes our strength. Spiritual faith, an injection of God, counters this fear and maintains peace. Culture is carried by people and brings joy; we must respect all cultures. The real celebration involves praying for the lonely and serving others, surrendering all actions to God to become instruments of light and peace. "To worship that Jesus and that Christmas is real worship. If we do not respect others, then they suffer." "Love unites, and jealousy divides. Love creates harmony, and doubts create fear." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Healing power of God's name

Purifying the antaḥkaraṇa through mantra and energy awareness is essential. Chanting the holy name creates healing through sound therapy. Inner colors may appear during meditation; trust and don't force them. The antaḥkaraṇa must stay pure to repel foreign energy. Foreign energy enters through words, looks, touch, eating, and relationships. It causes restlessness, aggression, and mental fog. A strong spiritual immunity prevents such attacks. Existing foreign energy tortures and repeats negative thought patterns. This blocks Viśuddhi Cakra, leading to memory loss and inability to love. Captive animals suffer; let nature live free. Human home is not a prison, but inner happiness is required. Different relations and languages transmit wrong energy, damaging brain centers and spirituality. Desires and temptations breed unhappiness and negative karma. Practice mantra, meditation, Prāṇāyāma, vegetarian diet, fasting, and inner purification. Never think others stupid or oneself best; hold humility. Energy contaminates objects like restaurant cups; maintain personal cleanliness. Parental love and proper social education are vital for a child’s healthy psyche. Chanting purifies and changes brain waves; observe inwardly without emotion. "When we chant the name of God, this is called sound therapy. When the sound therapy is with that name, which we understand, then it has an effect on the body as a healing." "Keep your words, keep your saṅkalpa, and keep your antaḥkaraṇa pure. And chanting purifies, and again the brain waves will change." Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic

Taste of the Divine Nectar

The soul’s journey is to taste the essence-mountain of self-realization through discipline. All worldly tastes become tasteless once the divine taste is known. The soul, a traveler, wanders through endless births seeking that taste. Only disciplined sattvic practice, such as Yoga in Daily Life, safely reveals it. Undisciplined attempts at powerful sadhana invite harm. Human life provides the chance to purify karma and create good karma. Mercy toward creatures generates positive karma. The essence, called gunda, is the nectar flowing from the Supreme. The mountain, giri, is its source within. Without guru parampara and traditional teaching, deeper meanings stay hidden. A firm sankalpa, a resolve, is necessary for self-realization. This resolve must remain unbroken despite repeated failures. Willpower alone can achieve the impossible. Good deeds are deposited with the Divine, and forgiveness is sought for mistakes. The soul that awakens becomes peaceful. The whole world is one family. That taste, once experienced, makes everything else insignificant. “Cakalena musafir guṇḍāgīrī.” “Make now your saṅkalpa. And don’t give up this saṅkalpa lifelong.” Filming location: Strilky, Czech Republic